DES MOINES, Iowa — After a weekend that saw four previously unbeaten programs suffer their first loss, a number of high school football teams are still riding perfect records through the first seven weeks of the 2026 season. Parents, coaches and community members are eager to see whether these squads can preserve their unbeaten streaks as the regular season draws to a close.
Class 5A
Southeast Polk leads the top‑tier classification with a 7‑0 record. The Panthers have shown balanced offense and stout defense, earning them the respect of rivals throughout the state.
Class 4A
- Carlisle – 7‑0
- Sergeant Bluff‑Luton – 7‑0
- Cedar Rapids Xavier – 7‑0
All three 4A programs have demonstrated consistency on both sides of the ball, making the upcoming matchups especially compelling for local fans.
Class 3A
- Clear Lake – 7‑0
- Des Moines Christian – 7‑0
- Mount Pleasant – 7‑0
- Solon – 7‑0
The 3A group features a mix of traditional powerhouses and rising programs, each looking to add another win before the playoffs.
Class 2A
- Central Lyon/George‑Little Rock – 7‑0
- Centerville – 7‑0
Both 2A teams have displayed strong rushing attacks that have kept opponents off balance.
Class 1A
- Aplington‑Parkersburg – 7‑0
- Iowa City Regina – 7‑0
- Northeast – 7‑0
These 1A squads have relied on disciplined play and community support to stay unbeaten.
Class A
- Pekin – 8‑0
- Madrid – 7‑0
- Saint Ansgar – 7‑0
- St. Albert – 7‑0
- West Fork – 7‑0
- West Sioux – 7‑0
- Woodbury Central – 7‑0
Pekin leads the Class A division with an 8‑0 record, while the other six programs sit at 7‑0, all hoping to finish the regular season without a loss.
Eight‑Player Division
- Audubon – 7‑0
- Bedford – 7‑0
- Edgewood‑Colesburg – 7‑0
- Gladbrook‑Reinbeck – 7‑0
- Iowa Valley – 7‑0
- Woodbine – 7‑0
The eight‑player schools have continued to dominate their schedules, showcasing the depth of football talent across rural Iowa.
As the season progresses, each of these unbeaten teams will face tougher competition and the pressure of maintaining a perfect record. Local supporters are encouraged to attend games, cheer on their hometown athletes, and uphold the values of teamwork, perseverance, and community spirit that high school football embodies in Iowa.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
